How are you doing this week? I know many of you are self-isolating at home, trying to adjust to the changes in your daily routine, work reality, and family life. It’s hard keeping up with the challenges and expectations that this new reality brings. Suddenly, there are extra meals to prepare, constant dishes and laundry […]
Hello Wonderful Woman, How are you doing? It’s been a chaotic week, and our lives are changing by the hour. From school closures and the shuttering of public spaces to panic shopping and social distancing, life as we know it has turned upside-down. Maybe you have kids, an elderly parent, or know someone who has […]
Happy Valentine’s Day! I intended to share a Valentine’s themed blog with you today. I was going to talk about how, as women, we work hard to ensure celebrations are special for others but don’t often think to do something lovely for ourselves. I was going to tell you to remember yourself on Valentine’s Day. […]
Do you enjoy the holiday season? I do! Christmas is my favourite time of year. I love searching for the perfect tree, decorating the house, baking cookies, listening to festive music, and visiting with friends and family. Christmas makes me feel happy, peaceful, grateful, and calm. I didn’t always feel this way. The holiday season used […]
Do you make choices that add chaos and confusion to your life? I asked myself this question last week. It had been an unusually busy day for me. The washing machine broke (fixable), the stove broke (not fixable), I didn’t have time for my daily rest, and I had to fit new-stove shopping into our […]
Do any of these emotions feel familiar? Resentment, blame, and anger. Guilt, regret, and shame. If so, you’re not alone. We all experience a range of complicated emotions when we feel hurt by someone else’s actions or deeply regret our own. But what happens when we hold on to negative feelings and the circumstances that […]
You know when you’re determined to prioritize self-care but let it slide, and you get sick? That’s what happened to me this summer. I’m usually committed to self-care. Over the years, I’ve learned that I need plenty of rest, regular meals, and time alone to recharge and feel my best. This summer, I assumed I […]
True Story. I work on a committee that recognizes exceptional volunteers in my community. Every year we select outstanding candidates, host a significant celebratory event, and present awards. Last year, a very deserving woman refused to accept the award for which she’d been nominated. Why? Because she didn’t feel comfortable being recognized in a way […]
You know when you decide to have a yard sale, and it seems like a great idea at the time? Until you find yourself dreading the early morning set up, you end up sitting outside alone for hours, and you can’t wait until it’s over. I know that feeling. That’s why I don’t usually have […]
You’ve been waiting for it all year. And it’s finally here. Hello, summer! It’s not like your day to day life has changed dramatically. You still have the job, the kids, the house, the dog, the errands, the bills, and commitments. In fact, you likely have even more things to do, such as organizing day […]